Fly private between Aurukun and Cairns from US$9,500 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Aurukun (AUU) ⇄ Cairns (CNS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Aurukun and Cairns is about 584 km (363 miles), or 315 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$23,000 for a one-way charter between Aurukun and Cairns, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats 7-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. 6-9 seats and 1,980 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. 9-12 seats and 1,480 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | 7-8 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 6-9 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Aurukun and Cairns? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Aurukun, Australia: Aurukun Airport.
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
| Aurukun Airport | Cairns International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YAUR / AUU | YBCS / CNS |
| Longest hard runway | — | 10,489 ft |
| Surface | PER | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 31 ft | 10 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 8,989 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,070 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 8,489 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,970 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,289 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,450 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,589 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,680 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 7,489 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,170 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 8,989 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,250 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 9,289 ft spare |
1,480 km 750 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,989 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,970 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,211 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,920 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,289 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,170 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,913 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,870 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,559 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,196 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,589 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,797 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,049 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,189 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,070 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,699 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,489 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,530 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,689 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,382 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,489 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,230 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,689 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,215 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Wathanin Airport · Watson River Airport · Kendall River Airport · Mareeba Airport (4,938 ft, 41 km) · Atherton Airport · Yalkulka Airport · Green Island Helipad
We publish the price band (US$9,500 – US$23,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Aurukun–Cairns charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Aurukun–Cairns is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$23,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About gate to gate over 584 km (363 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Short-Field Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Aurukun–Cairns departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
